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Vata & the Subdoshas 💨

This week we are talking all about Vata! It is Vata season , which means it is mostly cold, dry and mobile (wind) in the weather patterns. It is important to keep this dosha in balance and in its proper seat to avoid production and accumulation of toxins. Vata dosha is a combination of the air and ether elements. This represents action, movement and transportation. The qualities of Vata are dry, light, cold, rough, subtle and mobile. Vata is in our movements, actions, breathing, speech, detox, heart pumping and sense of touch. It is the kindler of digestive fire, opener of cell walls and channels, and develops and delivers babies. The seat of Vata is in the abdominal cavity bellow the belly button in the large intestine and colon. It is also in the pelvis, thighs, skin, ears, bones, heart, brain, nervous system and lungs. Each dosha (Vata, Pitta & Kapha) all have 5 subdoshas that exist. Each of these subdoshas represents the five elements (ether, air, fire, water, earth) that tie...
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Do this & You will never get Knee pain ! (Dr Hansaji Yogendra)

 Also Check : Knee pain ?! Try these 5 steps to relieve discomfort 👣 Home Remedies For Knee & Joint Pain
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All About Mustard Seeds 💛

If you have ever cooked with mustard seeds you’ve watched them release their potency in pops while being sautéed in hot oil.  The seeds are tiny, and given their size it’s hard to imagine they could be a powerful addition to your diet.  But they can and there is a long history to prove it.  Archeologists have evidence of the use of ground mustard seed in stone age settlements where it was mixed with grape juice. The seeds were also used in ancient Egypt were they were found in Tutankhamun’s tomb. Explorers and traders carried them to Europe where they were ground up and sold as a condiment as early as the 9th century. The famous Grey Poupon Mustard company got its start in 1777 in France when its founders discovered a winning formula that combined ground mustard seed with wine. These fiery seeds also have a history as an herb in long use by traditional healers from ancient Greece and Rome to India where they have been a staple in Ayurveda for centuries. The Portuguese ex...
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10 Ways to Keep Your Bones Healthy 💪

  We’re big believers in using food as medicine. But did you know the right food is especially important to build healthy  bones ? As we age, our bones lose essential minerals, which can lead to breaks. Fortunately, you can maintain strong  bones  by eating well and making healthy lifestyle choices. Here are 10 natural ways to build healthy  bones  : Eat Your  Veggies Vegetables  are great for your bones because they are one of the best sources of  vitamin C,  which stimulates the production of bone-forming cells. Some studies suggest that  vitamin C’s  antioxidant effects may also protect bone cells from damage. Eating  green  and yellow vegetables has been linked to increased bone mineralization in childhood and bone mass maintenance in young adults. Eating lots of  vegetables  also benefits older women. Do  Strength  Training and Weight-Bearing Exercises Weight-bearing or high-impact exerci...
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5 Ways To Cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder Through Ayurveda

Just as winter begins to slow our pace, the busy holidays arrive, and new year work piles up. Stress increases, sleep decreases, and it's no wonder so many of us feel like our bodies are at war with winter! Instead of leaning into the natural ebb and flow of the season, we force our bodies and brains to speed up. Ayurveda acknowledges that our bodies are cyclical with the seasons , not linear machines. And it offers us a way to understand our bodies and how to balance them in the winter season. The Shift From Summer to SAD Our bodies sync with the seasons' natural sights, sounds, and sensations when we spend time outside in the warmer months. We move our bodies more; have better access to fresh, local, and raw foods; and get to absorb more sunlight — which means we have more  Vitamin D  in our systems. In short, it's easier for everyone to be happy! As cold temperatures set in, syncing up with nature becomes more challenging. The green of summer fades, and snow ...
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8 Simple Health Goals to Carry With You Into 2024 !

Millions of people resolve to exercise more, eat healthier, and lose weight every time a new year rolls around. Unfortunately, many of those folks fail to achieve their new-year-new-me goals because they overcomplicate achieving better health. Many people can   find it difficult to be healthy   as well. What exactly does that mean? It means getting fitter and healthier isn’t rocket science — despite what the internet or a checkout aisle magazine cover might tell you. There’s no “secret” diet or “special” workout that’ll produce rapid, mind-blowing results.   Improving your overall well-being is a lot simpler. And the best part is it can be done by setting just a few easy-to-stick-to, straightforward health goals and staying as consistent as possible with them over time.   What kind of health goals are we getting at here? Read on to find out! 1. EAT MORE WHOLE FOODS This super-simple health goal might make the most significant difference in your overall health...
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11 Calming Herbs to keep your Mind Balanced 💆

          Life is hard. Every day it seems like a new challenge appears to test your patience. You may not realize that chronic stress can also lead to long-term health complications. Living in a constant state of fight-or-flight tells your body to produce too much cortisol which can lead to weight gain, diabetes, mood swings, fatigue, and many other conditions. ( 1 ) While it’s important to take steps to manage stress, certain calming herbs can help strengthen your body’s stress response. Adaptogens are some of the best calming herbs because studies show they might make your body and mind more resilient to external stress. Keep in mind that adaptogens don’t work like prescription drugs for anxiety in that they kick in instantly. Instead, they need a few weeks to build up in your system before you notice the effects. When you need something in a pinch, however, other herbs and  essential oils  – like lavender oil – can ease symptoms almost instantly. 1...
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Natural Home Remedies For Minor Burns 🔥

Natural Home remedies for Burns The use of natural remedies given below can be highly effective in managing such minor burns. These remedies are aimed at promoting healing of the damaged skin tissues and minimizing pain. Raw Potato Raw potato can be used to treat minor skin burns. It possesses soothing properties, which help in providing relief from the burning sensation caused by burns. It also acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and reduces redness and inflammation of the skin. It can also reduce the chances of having blisters. Research has proved the beneficial effect of raw potato in the management of minor burns. The histological examination of the burnt area and clinical studies made on the comparable burn wounds treated with either peel of boiled potato affixed to gauze bandages or just gauze dressings showed that the patients treated with raw potato had a faster rate of recovery from the symptoms. It was found that the usage of the potato peel dressing eliminated or reduced desi...
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Spring Detox Smoothie

When spring arrives, I can't help but think about cleaning up my eating habits. After all, spring detox is a thing (along with spring cleaning, which technically is a detox for your home). That's why I’m sharing with you a smoothie packed with nutrients your body will love. Drink it in the morning and you'll give your body a much-needed boost of energy to get you through the day. Ingredient Breakdown: Why Each One Matters  Before I get to the actual recipe, I'd like to shine the spotlight on each individual ingredient used in this smoothie. You'll quickly see why this is a great spring detox smoothie worth drinking. Green Tea Not only is  green tea tasty to drink on its own, but it's also full of health benefits. It's high in antioxidants and contains a large amount of catechins, polyphenolic compounds that are thought to exert numerous protective effects, ...
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